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Stunning sea view house on the Wild Atlantic Way Beara

Stunning sea view house on the Wild Atlantic Way Beara

Kenmare river house an ideal location on the wild atlantic way to tour and explore the unique beauty and scenery of the ring of Beara and the ring of Kerry is a self catering house accommodation, surrounded by a picturesque garden, by the shore’s of Kenmare Bay with superb views of the mountains and down the Bay towards the Atlantic Ocean. Available for self-catering rental in this unique location some 16 km from Kenmare town situated on a gently rising hillside arising from the beach. Facing the waters of Kenmare Bay the site is bordered by the remains of Ardea Castle to the right and the natural inlet of Lehid Harbour to the left. Cottage 5A, which lies halfway up the low hillside has some of the most brilliant views of Kenmare Bay, the Caha Mountions and the Ring of Kerry. It is nestled in amidst subtropical vegetation which can otherwise only be found in botanical gardens. Lehid Harbour Bay and a stony beach are just 5 minutes’ walk away. The cottage has a fully furnished kitchen, three bedrooms - two of them have two beds, one with a queen size bed, a bathroom, a living room with an solid fuel stove.
Things to do in Kenmare: Kenmare lies approximately 30 minutes drive from a host of sandy beaches and it has a very pretty harbour from where you can swim, fish or take a trip on the 'Seafari Cruise' to view the wildlife in the area. Star Sailing & Adventure Centre Star Sailing & Adventure Centre is situated on the shores of Kenmare Bay and surrounded by the Caha Mountains just a five minute drive from Kenmare Town Centre. The range of activities includes Sailing, Kayaking, Sea Kayaking, Windsurfing, Hillwalking, Boat Trips and much more. There is something to suit all the family. Hill Walking The Kerry Way and Beara Way walking routes are ideal for those with an interest in trekking or you could even join the annual summer hike to Ireland's highest mountain, Carrauntouhil. The foothills of the famous MacGillycuddy Reeks are right on Kenmare's doorstep.
About the area: Kenmare has been described as the Jewel in the Crown of the Kingdom, a Gourmet Town, a Five Star Location and a designated Heritage Town. It is the winner of numerous Tidy Town Gold Medals and its pretty streetscape, dating back to 1670, together with the magnificent location on Kenmare Bay at the foot of the Cork and Kerry mountains draws visitors back year after year. Situated on both the Ring of Kerry and the Ring of Beara, and easily accessible by air (Kerry Airport 48km, Cork Airport 96km), sea (ferries from France arrive in near-by Cork) and road, Kenmare makes an ideal touring centre from which to discover the famed beauty of the rugged coastline and mountainous hinterland. While staying in Kenmare, there are so many day trips for you to do at your own pace, here are just a few ideas, these are like a tasters of things to do, when you book one of our Holiday Homes, we give you access to more comprehensive information about all the different things to do in Kenmare

Overview

Details

house

1,076
sq. ft.

Sleeps

6

Bedrooms

3

Bathrooms

1

Minimum Stay

5 - 7 nights

About the property

A haven of tranquillity on Ireland's Gulf Stream Coast is a 3 bedroomed houise

Kenmare river house an ideal location on the wild atlantic way to tour and explore the unique beauty and scenery of the ring of Beara and the ring of Kerry is a self catering house accommodation, surrounded by a picturesque garden, by the shore’s of Kenmare Bay with superb views of the mountains and down the Bay towards the Atlantic Ocean. Available for self-catering rental in this unique location some 16 km from Kenmare town situated on a gently rising hillside arising from the beach. Facing the waters of Kenmare Bay the site is bordered by the remains of Ardea Castle to the right and the natural inlet of Lehid Harbour to the left. Cottage 5A, which lies halfway up the low hillside has some of the most brilliant views of Kenmare Bay, the Caha Mountions and the Ring of Kerry. It is nestled in amidst subtropical vegetation which can otherwise only be found in botanical gardens. Lehid Harbour Bay and a stony beach are just 5 minutes’ walk away. The cottage has a fully furnished kitchen, three bedrooms - two of them have two beds, one with a queen size bed, a bathroom, a living room with an solid fuel stove.

Things to do in Kenmare: Kenmare lies approximately 30 minutes drive from a host of sandy beaches and it has a very pretty harbour from where you can swim, fish or take a trip on the 'Seafari Cruise' to view the wildlife in the area. Star Sailing & Adventure Centre Star Sailing & Adventure Centre is situated on the shores of Kenmare Bay and surrounded by the Caha Mountains just a five minute drive from Kenmare Town Centre. The range of activities includes Sailing, Kayaking, Sea Kayaking, Windsurfing, Hillwalking, Boat Trips and much more. There is something to suit all the family. Hill Walking The Kerry Way and Beara Way walking routes are ideal for those with an interest in trekking or you could even join the annual summer hike to Ireland's highest mountain, Carrauntouhil. The foothills of the famous MacGillycuddy Reeks are right on Kenmare's doorstep.

About the area: Kenmare has been described as the Jewel in the Crown of the Kingdom, a Gourmet Town, a Five Star Location and a designated Heritage Town. It is the winner of numerous Tidy Town Gold Medals and its pretty streetscape, dating back to 1670, together with the magnificent location on Kenmare Bay at the foot of the Cork and Kerry mountains draws visitors back year after year. Situated on both the Ring of Kerry and the Ring of Beara, and easily accessible by air (Kerry Airport 48km, Cork Airport 96km), sea (ferries from France arrive in near-by Cork) and road, Kenmare makes an ideal touring centre from which to discover the famed beauty of the rugged coastline and mountainous hinterland. While staying in Kenmare, there are so many day trips for you to do at your own pace, here are just a few ideas, these are like a tasters of things to do, when you book one of our Holiday Homes, we give you access to more comprehensive information about all the different things to do in Kenmare

Guestbook comments from the owner

The bungalow was excellent, spotlessly clean, and everything we needed was in there. The house supervisor Katherine, met us on arrival and explained things to us, and contacted us during our stay to see if everything was ok.

The bungalow was in a very quiet road, very scenic, but only about 20 mins from Kenmare the jewel in the crown where you can get good food, and 40 mins from Killarney .

A must go to is the Star Sailing & Adventure Centre This new purpose-built Activity Centre and Bar/Restaurant is fast becoming an essential part of a family holiday in Kenmare. The centre itself is situated in a 10 minute drive from the house on the shores of Kenmare Bay and surrounded by the Caha Mountains.The activities on offer include kayaking, sailing, canoeing, sea kayaking, hillwalking, team games and a Wildlife Safari Cruise on Kenmare Bay. Also on offer are the children’s playground, American pedal boats, water trampoline and slide, archery range, soccer pitch with changing facilities and the family walking trail. Star Sailing and Adventure Centre, Dauros, Kenmare, Co. Kerry 064 66 41222. for more information please vist http://www.staroutdoors.ie/

Nice cottage with great views out to sea.

Kitchen with all mod cons, table sits 6 with lots of room, comfy sofas (have to play a bit to see the view while sitting though), very comfortable beds, nice place altogether. Would have spent a lot longer sitting looking at the view if the outside furniture had been more comfortable, but a small minus. Really great having only sea and birds to listen to.

We were visited by a pheasant, rabbits and a small friendly local dog.

Big minus was being hit for a whopping 40 euros for oil and electricity usage on the last day. Shouldn't have been surprised I suppose from somewhere that wants an extra 35 euros for the cleaning and charges a lot for wifi.

Submitted: May 15, 2017

Stayed: April 2017

Source: Owners Direct, from HomeAway

Owner's Response: All extra charges are laid out on website that is OIL HEATING and ESB is metered and paid for at the end of stay

Kenmare River Cottage 5a

Excellent, well-appointed and very comfortable property. The manager was very friendly and helpful. It is a quiet location with tremendous views, free of all traffic noise and very peaceful - a perfect place to relax. The Beara Peninsula has some spectacular scenery and some terrible minor roads - beware! We would recommend this property to anyone and we will probably return in the future.

Fantastic views

The view from the cottage to the Kenmare river is absolutely fantastic. With ever changing sun, clouds, rain and rainbows it is somehow different each hour. The location is well maintained, very tranquil and remote and that was what we have searched for. The description was very accurate and also late arrival at the first day wasn't a problem at all. We liked especially the scuba dive course in Kilmakilloge Harbour and having mussels in the O'Sullivan pub there is a must!

The house is a perfect spot if you want to visit both the rings of Kerry and Beara, the later much lesser crowded and for us the better choice.

The best holidays ever

We had a perfect week in Kenmare. The cottage is everything we hoped for and even more. Very good equipped, exactly like it said in the description. Everything was spotless and clean, and well-maintained. The manager provided very good service. We really can recommend the cottage to everybody and will come back if possible. We did the ring of beara, absolutly beautyful and stunning, marvellous holidays.

Tuosist has the most spectacular scenery to be found anywhere in Ireland, with views over the Atlantic Ocean and the Kenmare Bay. Situated across from the Ring of Kerry and the majestic mountain range the Magillicuddy Reeks,Tuosist and Lauragh offer a lot of fishing, both fresh water and salt water fishing for Wrasse, Conger, Bull Huss, Mackerel and Pollack are the listed species, there is parking at the point itself.

The Lakes hold a good stock of Trout for fly Fishing only with licences available at the Lake Houseand from John O'Hare's shop on Main street, Kenmare and for the Glanmore Lake area over at Derreen Gardens.

The area is also very well known for Scuba Diving from the local Diving Centre, they also offer Seal watching and Dolphin watching on occassion.

LOCAL ACTIVITIES

Kenmare lies approximately 30 minutes drive from a host of sandy beaches and it has a very pretty harbour from where you can swim, fish or take a trip on the 'Seafari Cruise' to view the wildlife in the area, visit

Star Sailing & Adventure Centre

This new purpose-built Activity Centre and Bar/Restaurant is fast becoming an essential part of a family holiday in Kenmare. The centre itself is situated on the shores of Kenmare Bay and surrounded by the Caha Mountains just a five minute drive from Kenmare Town Centre. The activities on offer include kayaking, sailing, canoeing, sea kayaking, hillwalking, team games and a Wildlife Safari Cruise on Kenmare Bay. Also on offer are the children’s playground, American pedal boats, water trampoline and slide, archery range, soccer pitch with changing facilities and the family walking trail. Star Sailing and Adventure Centre, Dauros, Kenmare, Co. Kerry 064 66 41222.

Bonane Heritage Park:

The Bonane Heritage Park provides visitors with an 1600 metre walk on gravel paths through 5000 years of history while enjoying some breathtaking scenery. Bonane Heritage Park is situated 10Km from Kenmare on the N71 and is open to visitors all year round.

Golf

Kenmare boasts two super golf courses. The Ring of Kerry Golf Course is located two miles outside of the town and offers spectacular views of Kenmare Bay from the course itself and also its newly renovated Club House. Dream Ireland guests may avail of special discounted green fees.

Kenmare Golf Club is located in Kenmare Town and follows the shores of Kenmare Bay Estuary.

Angling

There are lots of great fishing spots to choose from around Kenmare including Clonee Lake, Kenmare Bay and the Black Valley. Permits can be obtained locally.

Hill Walking

The Kerry Way and Beara Way walking routes are ideal for those with an interest in trekking or you could even join the annual summer hike to Ireland's highest mountain, Carrauntouhil. The foothills of the famous MacGillycuddy Reeks are right on Kenmare's doorstep.

Diving

Kenmare and its vicinity offers some incredible dive spots and wrecks. You may even be lucky enough to come across a dolphin or two. Try-dives are available for beginners and advanced dives for the more experienced. For more information visit Kenmare Bay Diving.

Pony Trekking

Pony Trekking is the ideal way to explore the hidden treasures of Kenmare and its hinterland. Professional lessons are also available for beginners.

Other activities in the area include quad biking, pet farms, craft workshops and bicycle hire.

KENMARE

Kenmare is known as the jewel in the Ring of Kerry and no wonder with its location between two of the most beautiful touring routes in Europe - the Ring of Kerry and the Ring of Beara. These make for very enjoyable day trips from Kenmare.

Kenmare is a designated Heritage Town of Ireland and the town offers a huge selection of places of historical interest to visit. Even strolling around the town is itself a pleasure with Kenmare having received awards from Entente Floral and the award for the Tidiest Town in Ireland in the year 2000. Kenmare was recently awarded the accolade of Ireland's best kept town on the whole island of Ireland and deservedly so!

There is a Playground in Kenmare. This is a 5 minute walk from the Town Centre.

Killarney is a 40 minute drive and Cork City is just over an hour's drive.

DINING & NIGHTLIFE

The town of Kenmare, noted for having the cleanest air in Europe, is a mecca for some of the finest restaurants in Ireland. You really will be spoilt for choice when it comes to dining out, from bar food to seafood and a range of other types of excellent restaurants to experience. The nightlife in Kenmare suits all ages and the hospitality with which you will be greeted is second to none. There is a great selection of pubs and late night bars to choose from with many featuring live music from traditional Irish to rock and modern styles.

Additional information about rental rates

SECURITY DEPOSIT OF 100 EUROS MUST BE GIVEN TO THE SUPERVISOR ON ARRIVAL. RETURNED AT END OF STAY.

ELECTRICITY AND OIL HEATING IS AN EXTRA CHARGE METER READ AND IS PAYED TO THE SUPERVISOR BEFORE DEPARTURE.

Wifi is available at this property during your stay on a pay as you go basis. The charges are as follows:
1 Day €5.00
1 Week €15.00
2 Weeks €25.00
When you arrive, you log on to the local provider and select your preferred option. Payment is made online direct to the provider by credit card.

Owner's Cancellation Policy

Please ask the owner or check their rental agreement when booking the property.